Introduction to Language Development

Introduction to Language Development
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Publisher : SAGE Publications
Total Pages : 497
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ISBN-10 : 9781452256290
ISBN-13 : 1452256292
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Book Synopsis Introduction to Language Development by : Shelia M. Kennison

Download or read book Introduction to Language Development written by Shelia M. Kennison and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2013-07-18 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are between 4,000 and 6,000 languages remaining in the world and the characteristics of these languages vary widely. How could an infant born today master any language in the world, regardless of the languageā€™s characteristics? Shelia M. Kennison answers this question through a comprehensive introduction to language development, taking a unique perspective that spans the period before birth through old age. Introduction to Language Development offers in-depth discussions on key topics, including: the biological basis of language, perceptual development, grammatical development, development of lexical knowledge, social aspects of language, bilingualism, the effect of language on thought, cognitive processing in language production and comprehension, language-related delays and disorders, and language late in life.

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